When applying for a CSCS card, applicants must have passed the appropriate level of CITB Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test for their occupation or an approved alternative.
The test is owned and operated by CITB, not CSCS, and must have been passed within the two years prior to applying. You will be required to enter your CITB testing ID as part of the online application process.
There are three types of CITB HSE test – Operatives, Managers & Professionals and Specialists.
All three types aim to examine knowledge across a wide range of topics to improve safety and productivity on site. The test is an important way for construction workers to show employers they can perform their job safely.
The CITB Health, safety and environment test should be booked directly through CITB. CSCS can not assist with, or arrange, the booking of CITB Health, safety and environment tests.
Similarly, revision materials are available from most high street and online booksellers or the CITB website but not via CSCS.